Small Boutique hotels in MADEIRA

Casa Velha do Palheiro was built in the early 19th Century as a hunting lodge for the Count of Carvalhal and was bought in 1885 by John Burden Blandy. The Casa Velha (“Old House”) was restored in 1996 and opened on 1st May 1997 as one of Madeira’s first 5-star Country House Hotels. The hotel is now a part of Palheiro Nature Estate. Since its acquisition by the Blandy family in 1885, successive generations have managed the transition from traditional farming to leisure-based activities. This strong tradition of hospitality and quality continues in all areas today, from golf and the hotel to the gardens and flower business from real estate to property management and even the sports motor cruiser. The names of Blandy and Palheiro are synonymous with quality on Madeira Island and beyond. The hotel Casa Velha do Palheiro is a member of the Relais & Châteaux establishment and provides 33 rooms and 5 suites, each one singular in style and personality. The hotel's restaurant is highly regarded, and a deserved gourmet reference point. Guests enjoy the evening atmosphere by candlelight in the elegant dining room. Breakfast is served in the sun-filled conservatory.

Enjoying a spectacular location, perched on a clifftop promontory on the southern shore of Madeira, Estalagem da Ponta do Sol is situated in a magnificent property, built around a historic "quinta", one of the oldest on the island. This boutique resort offers exclusive accommodation and extensive facilities and activities in an unmatched setting. Perfect for relaxing holidays on this magnificent island, Estalagem da Ponta do Sol offers guests an immense range of activities on site, including Qi Gong, bird watching, diving and mountain biking. The hotel features an outdoor infinity pool, a heated indoor pool and a panoramic Jacuzzi. Going only slightly further afield, guests can choose trekking and hiking, surfing, canyoning, and whale watching, among many other options. For fine dining, the restaurant at Estalagem da Ponta do Sol creates delicious menus based on regional, international and vegetarian cuisine, all in the splendid setting of the elegant dining room, with spectacular views of the Atlantic and the village of Ponta do Sol. There is also a cosy lounge bar with open fireplaces, an open-air terrace bar and a poolside bar.

Set in a strikingly designed modern building, Estalagem Quinta da Casa Branca is located in a historic vineyard and banana plantation, owned by the same family since the mid-19th century. This unique boutique property offers five-star accommodation and fine dining in a stunning setting. Featuring an elegant combination of wood, glass and stone, Estalagem Quinta da Casa Branca's avant-garde design blends perfectly with the lush vegetation of the huge gardens of the Quinta. Ideal for relaxing visits to this beautiful island, the hotel is just two kilometres from the centre of Funchal, with its cathedral, port and casino, among many other landmarks and attractions. For golf enthusiasts, Estalagem Quinta da Casa Branca has special rates on both of the island's excellent courses. Estalagem Quinta da Casa Branca offers two fine dining options. Restaurant Casa da Quinta is located in the oldest building of the hotel, dating back to the 19th century, and serves delicious menus based on the finest contemporary, inventive gourmet cuisine. The Garden Pavilion Restaurant offers a more informal atmosphere in its unique glass walled building, and serves breakfast, lunch and snacks both indoors and in the charming shaded garden. Other fabulous services offered by the hotel include the the Phytocéane Spa, and a health club with a sauna, steam bath, a relaxation room and a fully equipped fitness centre.

Standing in lush gardens and located by the Santo da Serra golf club, this charming boutique property is set in a carefully restored typical Madeira villa, originally built in 1920. Art-nouveau details abound in this regional heritage listed building, including floral tiles, slatted windows and a fish-scale roof. Serra Golf offers luxury accommodation and fine dining in a tranquil, friendly atmosphere. Just seven kilometres from the airport and less than half an hour's drive from Funchal, Porto Bay Serra Golf is ideal for relaxing holidays on this spectacular island. Activities available from the hotel or nearby include hiking and trekking, walks along the levadas, horse riding, 4x4 safaris and golf, with special prices available on both of the island's courses. Bicycles and cars are available for hire. Other popular activities available nearby include surfing, fishing and whale-watching. Porto Bay Serra Golf's Avó Micas restaurant offers delicious menus based on traditional Madeira cuisine with rustic touches, and a splendid breakfast is served here every morning. Guests can also enjoy the hotel's spa, which features a magnificent indoor pool with garden access, a sauna and a fitness room.

Enjoying a splendid location, standing in a huge botanical garden and overlooking the Atlantic ocean and the port of Funchal, Quinta Jardins do Lago is set in a magnificently restored and modernised 18th century mansion. This luxury boutique property offers five-star accommodation and fine dining in a privileged setting. Less than two kilometres from the centre of Funchal, Quinta Jardins do Lago is ideal for relaxing holidays in this delightful port city. Steeped in history, many of Funchal's most important landmarks and attractions are within easy reach of the hotel, including the cathedral, the Santa Clara monastery and the Fortress-Palace of São Lourenço. Other attractions include the Monte cable car. Within the hotel itself, guests may choose from an immense range of facilities and activities, including two swimming pools, table tennis and croquet, billiards and a fitness room. There is also a spa centre with a sauna, Turkish bath and Jacuzzi. For fine dining experiences, the Beresford restaurant offers typical Madeira cuisine along with international dishes in the splendid dining room, named after the commander of the British forces in the Napoleonic wars. A magnificent antique sideboard remains in the dining room from this period. The Colombo Bistro offers more informal outdoor dining, while the O Visconde lounge bar serves fine wines, spirits, and cocktails in a cosy, elegant atmosphere.